A statement from the Founder and CEO of Excel Basketball, Jeff Schwartz, has been made regarding the valuation of NBA teams. The sale of the Lakers for $12 billion was cited as a point of reference.

The comment suggests that despite the high value of teams like the Lakers, there is a reluctance to spend on older veteran players. This decision is attributed to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement rules.

Further details on this statement can be found through Excel Basketball or the Galveston County Daily News, which reported on the comment from Jeff Schwartz.